Enchantment

The sun rises every morning here the way it does elsewhere. But in Albuquerque, the hot air balloon capital of the world, in the land of enchantment, the dawn brings balloon rise as well. Each day finds a small cluster of wafting color overhead in the distance.



In my part of town, a hot air balloon often soars directly overhead, and can just as easily land in your own back yard.



The annual balloon fiesta commences in October. Meanwhile another local phenomenon is planted firmly on the ground. One that leaves YOU feeling buoyant instead.


It is the ethereal Casa Rondena Winery. When you visit, don't look for these structures any where else in New Mexico. But this winery's unique Southern Spain/North African architecture unites in an estate no less delightful to savor than a fine wine.



I get to drive past the grounds a few times a week, and the beauty never fails to give me a little lift. I enjoy bringing visitors on the weekends now and then, and I can't imagine a more perfect time to visit than late summer.

Enjoy a few enchanting scenes from the winery grounds.

Thanks so much for joining me! Ciao! for now!
I hope you're having a wonderful end of Summer weekend!

I'm linking with Hey Harriet for Shadow Shot Sunday
and The Tablescaper for Summer Sundays,

and A Southern Daydreamer for Outdoor Wednesday